Millions are choosing to build smart homes from scratch each year, while many others are adding networking features to their existing homes. For example, home-builder Lennar recently began offering a networked home option for buyers. From the living room, where the PC is capable of becoming an entertainment hub, to the basement, where a central computer can control heating and air conditioning; then, into the kitchen, where smart cabinets can help a would-be chef find the right ingredients, the system pervades the entire home.
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Ten Scary Things About Home Networks, Part 1
Posted by: Keith Regan February 22, 2007 04:00 AMMillions are choosing to build smart homes from scratch each year, while many others are adding networking features to their existing homes. For example, home-builder Lennar recently began offering a networked home option for buyers. From the living room, where the PC is capable of becoming an entertainment hub, to the basement, where a central computer can control heating and air conditioning; then, into the kitchen, where smart cabinets can help a would-be chef find the right ingredients, the system pervades the entire home.